1988 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 625 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Debonair | 10 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
